Full Potential Dog Training

Full Potential Dog Training FPDT offers in-home dog evaluations and training using positive and balanced reinforcement.

If you're uncomfortable standing barefoot on the sidewalk, your dog probably is too.Summer is not the season for pushing...
06/23/2026

If you're uncomfortable standing barefoot on the sidewalk, your dog probably is too.

Summer is not the season for pushing through long walks or intense exercise.

A few things I keep in mind:

Walk early in the morning or later in the evening.

Bring water everywhere.

Take lots of sniff breaks instead of trying to cover miles.

Watch for excessive panting, slowing down, or looking for shade.

Sometimes the best enrichment is ten minutes of training inside with the air conditioning on.

What is your favorite way to keep your dog busy when it's too hot outside?

Summer vacations are exciting... unless you're traveling with an adolescent dog who has never practiced settling in new ...
06/17/2026

Summer vacations are exciting... unless you're traveling with an adolescent dog who has never practiced settling in new places.

Before the big trip, I like to practice the little things.

Short car rides that don't end at the vet.

Relaxing on a mat at a park.

Hanging out at a pet friendly patio without saying hi to everyone.

Learning that new places can still be calm places.

A little preparation makes vacations a lot more enjoyable for everyone.

Where are you and your dog headed this summer?

Kids deserve a fun summer.Dogs deserve a break.One of my biggest recommendations is making sure your adolescent dog has ...
06/15/2026

Kids deserve a fun summer.

Dogs deserve a break.

One of my biggest recommendations is making sure your adolescent dog has time every day where they are not expected to entertain the kids.

Use baby gates.

Use crates.

Give your dog a quiet place to decompress.

Teach kids that when the dog walks away or goes to their bed, we let them rest.

The best relationships between kids and dogs happen when everyone gets their needs met.

Parents, what is one rule you have for your kids and your dog?

Summer schedules can be unpredictable, but it is actually one of my favorite times to work with adolescent dogs.More opp...
06/12/2026

Summer schedules can be unpredictable, but it is actually one of my favorite times to work with adolescent dogs.

More opportunities to practice in real life.

More time outside.

More chances to build confidence and engagement where it actually matters.

Whether you're struggling with leash pulling, impulse control, over excitement, or just feeling stuck, private lessons are designed around your dog and your goals.

If you've been thinking about training, I'd love to help.

Send me a message and let's make summer a little easier.

Every summer I start getting the same questions."My dog suddenly won't settle.""He's bouncing off the walls.""She's foll...
06/09/2026

Every summer I start getting the same questions.

"My dog suddenly won't settle."

"He's bouncing off the walls."

"She's following the kids everywhere."

For adolescent dogs, a huge routine change can be a lot. The house is louder, people are home all day, schedules disappear, and excitement is everywhere.

One of the best things you can do is keep a few things consistent. Meal times, walks, naps, and training sessions don't have to be perfect, but they should still exist.

Our teenage dogs thrive when they know what to expect.

How does your dog handle summer break?

Adolescence can make really good dog owners feel like they are failing.In reality, you are raising a dog through one of ...
05/30/2026

Adolescence can make really good dog owners feel like they are failing.
In reality, you are raising a dog through one of the most challenging developmental stages.

Progress here is not always obvious, but it is happening.
If you are showing up, being consistent, and trying to do right by your dog, that matters more than perfection.

What is one small win you have had recently? I would love to hear it.

If you are in the thick of adolescence right now and feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or just unsure what to do next, yo...
05/28/2026

If you are in the thick of adolescence right now and feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or just unsure what to do next, you do not have to figure it out alone.

I offer private lessons where we work through exactly what your dog needs.
Impulse control
Engagement
Leash skills
Confidence building
Real life behavior

Everything is tailored to your dog and your lifestyle so it actually works in the real world.

If you have been thinking about getting help, this is a really good time to start.
Send me a message or reach out to get scheduled.

When people hear “build trust with your dog,” they often think it means being softer or more passive.What I actually foc...
05/23/2026

When people hear “build trust with your dog,” they often think it means being softer or more passive.
What I actually focus on is clarity.

Dogs build trust when
Expectations are consistent
Feedback makes sense to them
They are set up to succeed more than they are set up to fail

Trust is not about letting everything go. It is about helping your dog understand how to navigate the world with you.

If things feel confusing or inconsistent right now, your dog is probably feeling that too.

Engagement does not come from asking your dog to ignore the world.It comes from showing them that working with you is wo...
05/20/2026

Engagement does not come from asking your dog to ignore the world.
It comes from showing them that working with you is worth it.

These are all small, realistic ways to start building that without overcomplicating things.
Which one feels the easiest to start with?

If you find yourself repeating cues over and over, you are not alone. It happens a lot during adolescence.One thing I wo...
05/16/2026

If you find yourself repeating cues over and over, you are not alone. It happens a lot during adolescence.

One thing I work on with clients is follow through.
Say the cue once
Give your dog a moment to respond
If they do not, help them complete it instead of repeating it

This helps your dog learn that cues actually mean something and builds clarity really quickly.

If this is something you struggle with, I can help you clean it up.

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